GRE Word List
JUXTAPOSE
to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
The meaning of the word juxtapose is to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| addendum | a thing added : addition |
| truism | an undoubted or self-evident truth |
| commodious | comfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat |
| destitute | lacking something needed or desirable |
| attrition | sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God |
| insipid | lacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull |